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Ethiopia’s conflict enters its most volatile phase

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ETHIOPIA

The country is now bracing for an escalating confrontation, despite intensified international efforts to end the conflict.

Colombia’s ‘total peace’ will face obstacles

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COLOMBIA

The ceasefires would relieve pressure on conflict-affected communities and potentially allow room to negotiate paths towards lasting peace arrangements. The ELN rejected the…

Congo’s Beni conflict will defy simple solutions

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CONGO-KINSHASA

However, the announcement has been met with scepticism, both over the rationale for the designation and its utility.

Myanmar military will retain edge over key opponent

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MYANMAR

The military regime continues to crack down on anti-coup protesters. The National Unity Government (NUG) -- a parallel administration established by ousted lawmakers and other…

Congo and Rwanda will struggle to unwind M23 tensions

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CONGO-KINSHASA/RWANDA

Despite the announcement, the two sides continue to trade accusations, while military confrontations intensify on the ground.

M23’s return will complicate Congo’s security outlook

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CONGO-KINSHASA

The fighting triggered a UN helicopter crash and cross-border clashes with Ugandan troops. The M23 is famous for conquering North Kivu’s capital, Goma, during a 2012-13 rebellion…

Changing Syrian landscape will pose risks for Israel

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ISRAEL/SYRIA

The strikes are likely efforts to prevent Hezbollah, a Lebanese Shia militia, from using its involvement in the Syrian conflict to acquire sophisticated weaponry. Israeli fears…

Uzbek security service will be succession kingmaker

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UZBEKISTAN

Uzbekistan's SNB.

Azerbaijan's SCO bid is a warning to West

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AZERBAIJAN

Azerbaijan's application for observer status in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

Ethiopia’s security reforms aim to consolidate power

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ETHIOPIA

The announcement followed days of violent protests in Amhara region resisting ENDF efforts to confine the region’s special forces to their bases for disarmament. The move…